Better than ever.

The automobile world has always been led primarily by men . That, not only Includes the manufacturing of cars, but also journalists writing about cars. So why am I, a women, invited to the unveiling of the new Ford Explorer? All I know about cars is how to pull up to the gas station and have somebody pump my gas. I don’t know how to change a tire. I definitely do not know how to change the oil. What I do know is what I need in the interior of my car to make sure my child is safe, protected and comfortable. And in reality, that’s all most mothers need to know about a car. How does it handle in the snow. How many cup holders does it have. How many USB ports there are so we can connect all the different devices allowing our children to get along in the backseat. This is what is important to mothers.

I’m sure many of us can relate to the screaming and fighting in the backseat because the siblings have to share one device. Remember the smell of rotten milk from bottles and sippy cups spilling over? Well, if you are looking for a new car, look no longer. The new Ford Explorer is here! With everything you need!

The 2020 Explorer has a been completely redesigned. It now features the broadest model lineup ever, more power and space, and smart new technologies to help tackle life’s adventures. It has improved off-road capability, courtesy of intelligent four-wheel drive and an available new Terrain Management System™ that features seven different, easy-to-engage drive modes. I like the ability to push a button to change drive modes instead of trying to figure out how to change them.

The 10.1 digital touch screen is awesome. It’s like having an ipad on the middle of your dashboard. Because it is bigger, you see things more clearly. That’s a plus for me. I don’t need glasses for driving, but now, I do need them for reading. That size touch screen on your dash is genius!

Have you ever heard the shriek of your child from the back seat? Sending your heart into an immediate halt thinking they are hurt? Only to find out they ran out of battery. For them, a road trip without their phone is worse than torture. A wireless charging pad is available that allows to recharge compatible mobile devices, and up to four USB ports, including new type-C outlets, charge next-generation mobile devices. Up to three 12-volt outlets and a 110-volt outlet are also available. This will aid in keeping everyone happy or at least charged.

Another feature I love is the SyncConnect™. Download the app to your smartphone and control your vehicle from your fingertips. Open doors from anywhere. If you lock yourself out of the car as I have often done, you can easily unlock through your phone. Locate your vehicle ! Yes! I can never remember where I parked, so this is extra special for me. Check fluids and monitor key diagnostics of your vehicle from your phone. This is helpful so hubby can take care of those fluids. Remote start your car from the convenience of your warm house and have it start warming up on those frigid, snowy winter days. I hate getting into a cold car and freezing while it warms up.

The new Ford Explorer has Wi-Fi service for up to 10 devices, This capability will allow kids to easily watch movies, play games or listen to their own music. This feature is great because my 14 year old son does not want to listen to my music and I definitely don’t want to hear his. I am starting to believe his AirPods have been surgically implanted in his ears. I haven’t seen his naked ears in months!

Often, when driving on a highway, I get hypnotized by the highway lines and the sound of the tires. I don’t crash because somehow I am aware of the external events around me, but I am not aware of my speed. Explorer is available with Ford’s all-new Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Speed Sign Recognition. It uses cameras to recognize the speed signs and alerts if I am driving above the speed limit. Wow! I think they created this vehicle with me in mind. In addition, it automatically slows down when there is traffic ahead. This helps in avoiding a rear end collision.

Some amazing safety technologies that comes standard with Ford Co-Pilot360™ a suite of driver-assist technologies include;

Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Breaking which includes Pedestrian Detection

Forward Collision Warning and Dynamic Brake Support

Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert

Lane-Keeping SystemRearview camera with built-in lens cleaner

Auto headlamps with auto high beams

Evasive Steering Assist, which provides steering support to help avoid a collision

Post-Impact Braking provides braking after a collision to lessen injury and damage caused by a secondary crash event.

Lastly, the Explorer’s stylish, sloped-roof silhouette protects rear-seat headroom, while its comfort-enhanced second-row seats slide to fit a third row. This is a great family SUV. They really thought of everything a family needs.

Yoga: it’s about more than twisting into a pretzel.

Many years ago, when I would ask my friends to join me for a yoga class, my request was received with a rigid and unvarying no!  “But it’s so good for you!”, I would say. And they would simultaneously reply, “but it’s so boring”. “It looks so easy, I won’t get a good workout”. Really? They clearly did not know what they were talking about!  Yoga is anything but boring. And as far as a workout goes, it utilizes all your muscles and your own body weight providing a whole body strengthening and flexibility workout. People in recent years have obviously gotten wind that yoga is good for you. Now you see yoga everywhere. Commercials, movies, TV shows. Everyone is doing it! We have even incorporated animals into the practice. Yoga with goats, with your dog, with cats with bears, oh my!!

The word ‘Yoga’ is derived from the Sanskrit root ‘Yuj’, meaning ‘to join’ or ‘to unite’ Thus, uniting mind and body, harmonizing oneself with the universe. According to modern scientists, everything in the universe is a manifestation of the same quantum firmament. One who experiences this oneness of existence is said to be in yoga, deemed a yogi,  Yoga is a profound practice which aims for self-realization, to overcome suffering leading to ‘the state of liberation’ (Moksha)  But, without becoming too philosophical in this article,  I will state that  yoga is also a 5,000 year old practice involving the body  and all of its health benefits.

I had the honor to interview Dr. Loren Fishman. A medical doctor in New York City and yoga practitioner for over 40 years.

It has become common knowledge that yoga improves balance, flexibility, coordination and posture. But according to Dr. Fishman it also improves range of motion, strength, metabolism (anti-diabetic), reduces hypertension and raises bone mineral density. It lowers anxiety, which seems to be a significant factor in almost all disease including immune conditions, cancer, and accidents.

Benefits:

1. Flexibility: probably the most obvious benefit yoga is known for. At first you probably won’t be able to touch your toes. After a few classes you’ll notice a gradual loosening of the muscles. You will notice some aches disappear. Tight hamstrings can lead to a flattening of the lumbar spine, which can cause back pain. Inflexibility in muscles and connective tissue, such as fascia and ligaments, can cause poor posture.  “Stretching increases range of motion, and releases PGC1-alpha (a potent anti-inflammatory) from our muscles which activates the energy-producing mitochondria, and stimulates them to reproduce, and give us more energy with less of it wasted on nervous behaviors. Little nerve receptors within the muscles send relaxing signals to the brain when they are stretched.” says Dr. Fishman. That explains why one why feels zen after a good yoga class, those little nerve receptors are hard at work.

The name Peter Marco has become the epitome of fine jewelry. Not bad for a boy from Queens, N.Y., who had his first introduction to jewelry at the young age of 14. As a young teenager, Marco landed a summer job cleaning laboratories at a major jewelry manufacturing company. Like a kid in a chocolate factory, his eyes widened with desire and love when he saw all the gems and diamonds glittering in front of his eyes. As the years passed, he was promoted to jewelry production and later on to sales.  Marco travelled the world for 25 years selling jewelry for others. Finally, 17 years ago, he decided to settle down and sell his own beautiful extraordinary creations. And what better place to do it but Beverly Hills. The mecca of luxury shopping! “Beverly Hills is one of the finest and most visited places in the world. It is an international destination”, says Marco.

In a recent interview for My Lifestyle Magazine, I asked Marco where he gets inspiration for his amazing,  unique works of art. It is not surprising that he surrounds himself with the best and most talented people in every industry possible. His ideas, thoughts and inspirations come from all areas of his life. He not only designs his jewelry but is involved in the daily activities of his store. Marco is one of the few privately owned businesses on Via Rodeo providing personalized items as well as personalized service. MILFS, Matures, Teens. Best Porn Online https://mat6tube.com/ watch right now! USA, UK, Australia, South Korea, France, Germany, etc.

Marcos most memorable celebrity break was making the prototype for the Dallas Cowboys Super Bowl ring when he was still a young man.  Today, he supplies custom pieces to many of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. Celebrities like Cardi B, Offset, Shaquille O’Neill, and boxer Floyd Mayweather are some of the names sporting his designs.

What is in the works for this brilliant jewelry designer?  “A possible jewelry collaboration line with a major hip-hop artist.  Maybe a YouTube channel, a possible second location, amazing new merchandise. I take advantage of every opportunity that comes my way, “ says Marco. The sky is the limit for dedicated, hard working designer.

Instead of driving into the sunset, I drove the new Lincoln MKZ early in the morning towards Blue Hill Stone Barn Farms in Pocantico Hills, N.Y. A small town, 50 minutes north of NYC. On my way to the day trip, organized by Lincoln Motor Car, I was able to test drive this intelligent, allwheeldrive, twinturbocharged engine which produced 400 horsepower and 400 lb.ft. of torque, providing me with effortless performance and refinement. I chose the comfort setting from the 3 choices available (comfort, normal or sport). What a smooth ride!

I headed north on the Henry Hudson Parkway admiring the views of the serene Hudson River as I listened to the radio. My new favorite song came on and I blasted the speakers of the Revel audio system in the car. I was blown away by the sound. Complete surround sound with 19 speakers, strategically placed to improve midrange and high frequency accuracy for the driver and passengers. I found myself driving slower so I could enjoy my ride a little longer.